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Is it still cold where you live? It is currently 38 degrees here in Utah. Yay. So the stores are breaking out the swimwear while I’m still trying to squeeze my kids in to their car seats with parkas on. This time of year can get a bit drab and slightly depressing when the cold just seems to linger, so let’s make the best of it and talk winter beauty.
Here’s a few tips…
Color:
- You may not have seen the sun in weeks, but pretend you just got back from Cancun with a self-tanning lotion. They are way better than they used to be and can breathe a little color back in to that pasty skin. Heck, even take a trip to the tanning bed. It will be like a 10 minute vacation and it helps beat the winter blues.
- Get a powdered bronzer that you can just brush over your face to add some highlights of color.
- Add a pop of color with a fun scarf and learn how to tie it a few different ways. It will keep you warm and add a hint of style.
- Get a fun color of nail polish. I’ve heard that red and pink nail polish make you happy, so find a shade you like and rock it!
Dryness: Don’t skimp on moisturizing!
- I love a good hand cream (my pediatrician recommends Eucerin) or body butter in the winter. None of that runny stuff, something thick & creamy. Use it daily.
- Even though it’s winter, be sure to use a facial moisturizer with sunscreen. The UV rays are still out there.
- Moisturizers are more effective on properly exfoliated skin. Exfoliate on a weekly basis with a salt or sugar scrub or a product made specifically for the face.
- Certain soaps can dry out your skin. Look for one with moisturizer. I like Dove. My sisters dermatologist actually told her it was the best for her face and body.
- For really dry skin, try fish oil pills. Weird, I know. I had a couple of dry spots by my nose (thank you tissues) that would not go away. My mom told me to get fish oil and they cleared right up after a few days of taking it! Oh and get this, I got them in burpless. Ha ha.
- Keep hand cream next to the sink and use it every time you wash your hands to combat dryness.
- Pay special attention to your feet. Lather them in a thick moisturizer and sleep in cotton socks.
- Use a good lip balm daily and exfoliate lips using a wet toothbrush. Do not lick your lips! It drys them out.
- Run a humidifier overnight. It helps with colds, but is also said to reduce static in hair caused by dryness. (We like Crane because they are cute. We have two frogs and a dragon. I am rooting for the owl one next.)
- If you have dry hair, try not to wash it everyday. It can strip away the natural oils needed to keep it healthy. Try to go 2 or even 3 days if possible. Use a dry shampoo for a clean look and feel between washes.
So there you have it. A few things to make winter a little more beautiful. What’s your favorite winter beauty trick?
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Another easy way to avoid washing hair too much is to use baby powder between washes if it feels oily. I’m a HUGE believer in going at least every other day between washing. It makes a world of difference in hair health and will give you more body, too. Great ideas!